Short term tourist: (1 week - 3 months.)

Visa on arrival (this is not a traditional visa on arrival and you have to pre apply)

Process: Submit an online application with payment to a third party, they will process this and then send back to you a confirmation letter. On arrival in Vietnam simply present this letter to immigration where they will insert a visa in your passport. The maximum length of visa for the average tourist is 3 months, both multiple and single entry visas are available using this method.   There are a number of online sites offering this service, but before you go ahead with choosing one it may be worth your while to contact Miss Giang at: yangnguyen@gmail.com she has a lot of experience in this area and will be able to point you in the right direction.

Visa via the Vietnamese embassy:

You can apply direct to the embassy of Vietnam from the country you are in. This process has been in operation for a long time now and is the best for peace of mind. You need to apply at least a month in advance (before your departure date). You will need to send your passport some photos, your application form and a fee to the relevant department at the Vietnamese embassy. Again the maximum length of stay for most tourist is 3 months, although recently there have been stories of people only being able to get a one month entry visa, but at least you now your visa situation before arriving. 

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Once your in the country:

These rules seam to be in a constant state of change, usually you will be allowed to renew your visa from within Vietnam for a set period of time.

For this year it seamed that after you had used up your first 3 month visa, you were able to get another 3 month visa from within Vietnam, after that a one month extension was granted before you had to leave the country. As we said before its all a little hazy at the moment but usually there is a path to follow all be it sometimes unclear.

If you are in any doubt then please post you questions on the Mui Ne Forum, and I am sure you will find the answers you are looking for.

For all up to date information on visa renewals please contact Miss Giang at: yangnguyen@gmail.com She is very trustworthy and honest and will give you the best advice and service possible (no over charging). Not only that but she is also fluent in English, which always makes things a lot easier.